The Atlas Obscura Guide To

Burgos

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Burgos, Spain

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Museum of Human Evolution

This remarkable museum sprung from one of the most important prehistoric archaeological sites in the world.

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Arco de Santa María

The most elaborate of 12 medieval arched doorways to the old city of Burgos.

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Museo Salaguti

Salaguti's live-in museum: a fortress against criticism and consumer art.

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15 MILEs FROM Burgos

Castrillo de Murcia, Spain

The Baby Jumping Festival

During an annual Catholic feast in this tiny Spanish village, men dressed as devils leap over rows of babies to cleanse them of sin.

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18 MILEs FROM Burgos

Mota de Judios, Spain

Castrillo Matajudíos

This tiny Spanish village refuses to change its name despite it being outrageously anti-Semitic.

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24 MILEs FROM Burgos

Atlas Obscura Trips

Barcelona Behind the Scenes: Cabaret and Carnival

Mar 4—Mar 10, 2019

Catapult yourself into Barcelona's complicated and colorful past for a week filled with unique historic tours, private musical performances, and an evening of performance in a private atelier.

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